About this property

Beachfront Location: Casa Branca on the Beach with a Pool - Just Renovated in Umdloti offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views. Guests can relax by the swimming pool with a view or enjoy the lush garden. Spacious Accommodation: The apartment features two bedrooms, a living room, and a fully equipped kitchen. Amenities include air-conditioning, balcony, streaming services, washing machine, and free WiFi. Convenient Facilities: Private check-in and check-out services, outdoor seating area, and barbecue facilities enhance the stay. King Shaka International Airport is 11 km away, and Umdloti South Beach is just a few steps from the property. Nearby Attractions: Umhlanga Lighthouse is 10 km, Kings Park Stadium 26 km, and uShaka Marine World 29 km from the apartment. Guests can enjoy fishing and explore local points of interest.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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  • Derik
    South Africa South Africa
    The place is supremely clean and comfortable. The hosts are absolutely 💯 👌 excellent. Location is very good, easy access to the beach, and stunning views as well. Very safe and secure also.
  • Clive
    South Africa South Africa
    Perfect uninterrupted sea views. Everything you need for a family of four. Renovated glass balcony makes the view even better.
  • Surekha
    South Africa South Africa
    Loved everything about this place/unit. Louisa was an absolute pleasure to chat with, we will definitely be back.
  • John
    South Africa South Africa
    Exceptional views, modern apartment, incredible views, check in ease. Just great overall.
  • Derik
    South Africa South Africa
    The rooms were amazing and stunning views. The hosts are very friendly and helpful, beds are comfy, basically 5 star stay. Lovely stay.
  • Jeannette
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful decor. Exceptionally comfortable. Walking distance to beach. Lovely pool. Big fridge. Excellent.size balcony. Beautiful gardens. Safe area close to everything.
  • Sherise
    South Africa South Africa
    On the beach, clean, easy to get there, comfortable, lovely decor, had everything we needed and more.
  • Clive
    South Africa South Africa
    Exceptional view of the sea. Spotted many whales & dolphins. Fans in rooms & aircon in main room. Had everything you need for a self catering holiday. Blinds & shutters in rooms to keep out the very early sunrise when you're still sleeping.
  • Dolsta
    South Africa South Africa
    The property smelled so nice and it was very clean. It gives you the home away from home vibe. The view was great, walking to the beach was a bliss
  • Egendren
    South Africa South Africa
    Great view of the beach from the balcony. Easy to access the property. The apartment was spacious and fully equiped for self catering.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Ocean View Holiday Escapes

Company review score: 8.1Based on 174 reviews from 25 properties
25 managed properties

Company information

Hello and welcome to my profile, I'm Alandra from Ocean View Holiday Escapes :) Travel is my passion, and I'm always on the lookout for those hidden gems when visiting new places. This home in the gorgeous seaside town of Umdloti Beach, on KwaZulu-Natal's famous Dolphin Coast is one of them! Come and visit, I'd love to host your stay! Guests privacy is respected however, guests are encouraged to contact their host should the need arise. Please note that while your host is always happy to assist, they may not be readily available from 6pm to 9am. Please note: Guests are required to provide proof of identification, and pay a R3000.00 Refundable Deposit which should reflect in the bank prior to arrival.

Property information

Simplistically styled to perfection, this gorgeous beachfront apartment is situated on the quiet south side of beautiful Umdloti Beach. Across the road from an untouched non-commercial beach, and within walking distance of some of Durban’s finest Italian cuisine, it offers guests a relaxing break away from life to unwind in tranquillity in this calm and stylish space. Fall asleep to the sound of the ocean and wake up to the most exquisite sunrises. Situated on the 1st floor of a secure and popular complex’s building, its positioning enables this home to consume guests with its awe-inspiring ocean views, while ensuring their privacy. Guests enter into an open concept living area which houses the kitchen, lounge and dining area. The living space leads onto a large balcony outdoor furniture, offering Guests glorious views of the coast and the luxury of enjoying their meals to the sounds of the waves breaking in the background. A fully equipped kitchen offers guests all the conveniences of a well-established home including a coffee machine, washing machine, fridge and all necessary appliances. It opens into the lounge with a lovely countertop for serving meals. The lounge has a flat-screen, Smart TV which is connected to a dedicated fiber line so that guests can conveniently watch their personal DStv package, and other preferred subscriptions. The master bedroom is air-conditioned with a queen-size bed and the second bedroom has twin beds. Both bedrooms share a bathroom with single vanity, a shower and a bath. All other rooms are equipped with ceiling fans.

Neighbourhood information

Situated in Umdloti, in the heart of KZN’s Dolphin Coast, this seaside unit is a hop skip & jump away from a swimming beach, & a few minutes’ walk from the local tidal pool & some rather impressive shops, bars & restaurants. All basic amenities like a pharmacy & Spar are nearby. A key point to note is that Umdloti’s tidal pool is naturally protected by rocks so it’s not affected by strong currents/large waves. This makes it ideal for little kids, elderly people & novice swimmers to enjoy the ocean & some fun in the sun. Umdloti is a wonderful place that is not too crowed. The beaches are clean & wonderful for long walks. This charming seaside town is located between Umhlanga & Ballito, at the mouth of the Mdloti River. Its a coastal conservancy, with surrounding fields of sugar cane & indigenous forests. The area is a prime location for various wildlife sightings, including whales, dolphins & bird species. With Umhlanga’s vibey attractions nearby, Gateway Shopping Centre an 8-minute drive away, 10kms to King Shaka Int. Airport & Ballito 15kms further up the North coast, this oceanfront gem is conveniently situated for those in need of entertainment or a spot of retail therapy.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Casa Branca on the Beach with a Pool - Just Renovated takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 3,000 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about US$172. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded via bank transfer if there is no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

A damage deposit of ZAR 3,000 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded via bank transfer if there is no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.